Day trip from Hamburg to Kiel
Kiel lies 86 km (54 mi) north of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 86 km (54 mi) apart, Kiel is a realistic day trip from Hamburg: about 1 h 24 min each way by road.
| Hamburg | Kiel | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 2 million | 252,668 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 20038–22769 | 24103–24159 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kiel
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Staying in Kiel
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Common questions
How far is Kiel from Hamburg?
86 km (54 mi) in a straight line, north of Hamburg; by road roughly 105 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Kiel by road?
About 1 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Kiel?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.